Thirty three designers from seven countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Korea, Sudan, Brunei, Bangladesh and USA, sent their garments down the catwalk at a fashion showcase held at Bangsar Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur recently.

The fashion show was a post-convocation event of Limkokwing University. Titled Creativity in Motion, it was a project from the university to promote Limkokwing fashion academy and the graduating fashion class of 2009.

The fashion showcase was unusual as the models were not only walking and posing but were also seen dancing to the modern music while on the catwalk. The vibrancy of the dance was part of the theme to keep the sense of motion.

“This is not just an ordinary fashion show. Normal fashion shows are meant to sell clothes. This show is about making a statement – it is full of character and attitude. It is also about expressing oneself well and showcasing creativity,” said the university’s founder and president Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Lim Kok Wing.

The Creativity in Motion was a collection of fashion ideas from the world’s next generation, influenced by elements of Asian culture including the Manipuri dance of India, the Irezumi Tattoo technique from Japan, and the tribal paintings of Sarawak.

Three awards were also presented by the university’s special assistant to the president Tiffanee Marie Lim to the designers who had shown admirable efforts, innovative designs and workmanship. The recipients were Merlin Yuwita from Indonesia, Tan Cho Sian from Brunei and Andy Yap from Malaysia, who recently won the Stylo Young Designers Award 2009.

“This fashion show is a dream of a lifetime and I am honoured to be granted this award,” said Yap whose garments have been inspired by the Chinese history, The Lost Empress.

“My design was inspired by the abstract expression in the Chinese costumes that the Empress wore. I’m glad that this award reflects my efforts,” he added.